Recently, 39 Loreto College History students were lucky enough to attend a lecture by David Olusoga OBE, Professor of Public History at the University of Manchester.
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This event, held at Manchester Cathedral, was exclusive to Year 12 students and those students who attended heard Professor Olusoga discuss the importance of studying History as a discipline at University level and its relevance in our everyday lives.
Professor Olusoga, the acclaimed author of the bestselling ‘Black and British’ book and noted TV presenter, recently receiving a BAFTA Special Award for his TV work which includes Civilisations and A House Through Time, delivered a thought provoking and informing lecture and engaged in a Q and A with students afterwards.
History student, Kate Pollitt, who attended the event said, “The lecture was very engaging and gave me a new outlook on the importance of History. I loved it!”